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Registered Nurse - (Acute), PRN - As Needed -$44.58,Shift Diff $3.00-$5.00

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center·Walsenburg, Colorado

$45/hr·Unknown·On Site·2-5 yrs
·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Responsible for the organization, coordination, and evaluation of direct nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Key duties include administering medications, conducting patient assessments, and coordinating discharge planning and education.

Description As an RN Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for the organization, coordination, and evaluation of direct nursing care for assigned patients.

You will play a key role in promoting a safe, therapeutic, and patient-focused environment while supporting our mission, vision, and values.

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse who thrives in a dynamic acute care environment?

Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care?

If so, we invite you to join the team at SPRHC as an RN Staff Nurse in our Extended Care Unit / Acute Med-Surg floor.

At SPRHC, we are committed to excellence, compassion, and integrity.

Our nurses are at the heart of everything we do.

Pay

$44.58 per hour (eligible for shift differentials). PRN as needed position.

Shift Differentials

  • Weekday
  • Nights -
  • Monday,
  • Tuesday,
  • Wednesday,
  • Thursday - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am - $3.00 per hour
  • Weekend
  • Days -
  • Saturday,
  • Sunday - 7:00 am - 7:00 pm - $3.50 per hour
  • Weekend
  • Nights -
  • Friday,
  • Saturday,
  • Sunday - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am - $5.00 per hour

Essential Job Function

Supervise, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care Administer medications and monitor patients for reactions or side effects Conduct daily patient visits to assess physical and emotional status Perform routine skin assessments and wound documentation Maintain accurate, detailed documentation in the electronic medical record Review and transcribe physician orders as needed Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences Coordinate discharge planning and provide patient/family education Advocate for patients and assist in resolving care-related concerns Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards Participate in quality improvement initiatives and assigned committees Review incident reports and implement acute temporary care plans Support resolution of patient nutritional concerns Complete required continuing education and in-service training

Requirements

Minimum Required Education/Experience: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited learning institution. Minimum of three years work experience in direct nursing care is preferred.

Pre-Employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

  • Demonstrated knowledge, skill and understanding of nurse role in a critical care facility.
  • Knowledge of gerontology, rehabilitative or psychiatric nursing.
  • Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e-mail, surveillance equipment/cameras, scheduling software, accessing required documents).
  • Demonstrated ability to recognize and respond to opportunities for improvement through continual learning, changes in approach based on situation and professional practice behavior.
  • Knowledge of care-based practices (creating care plans, leading team meetings).
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration.

Note

An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.

Necessary

Special

Requirements: Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to complete Tuberculosis testing/screening.

Licenses or

Certificates: Valid state license as an RN. Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.

Unusual

Demands: Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions.

Benefits

All Employees are eligible for: · Employee Assistance Program · 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)

Full and part-time positions are eligible for

· Medical including telehealth options · Dental and vision benefits · Basic Life Insurance and AD&D (employer paid) · Supplemental Life/AD&D · Paid Time Off · Short-term disability, Cancer Protection Assurance Accidental, Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity Insurance · Cafeteria Meal Discount · Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)

If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$45/hr
Location
Walsenburg, Colorado
Posted
May 27, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center has proudly served Huerfano County since 1963, evolving into a trusted healthcare provider dedicated to improving the lives we touch. Our current facility, established in 1993 alongside the Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center,...

Salary listed on 16 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Colorado nursing roles favor experienced RNs

Colorado nursing roles like this often draw steady demand from home health and hospice settings, where employers look for RNs who can work independently and manage patient care in the field. These positions are competitive because a current Colorado RN license, prior nursing experience, reliable transportation, and familiarity with HCHB can all strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, driving documents, and home health or hospice experience before applying.

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